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CRD VI: Belgium Adopts New Rules For Third-country Branches Banking Activities
Belgium has adopted its CRD VI transposition law, introducing a harmonised regime that requires non-EEA banking institutions to establish NBB-authorised branches when providing core banking services in Belgium. The new framework, which takes effect on 11 January 2027, marks a significant shift from Belgium's previous approach that generally permitted cross-border lending without local authorisation.
Belgium Finance
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Loyens & Loeff
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Commission Communication On The Competitiveness Of The Banking Sector
The European Commission has unveiled a comprehensive Communication addressing the structural challenges that limit EU banking sector competitiveness, proposing sweeping reforms to prudential regulation, cross-border integration, and regulatory complexity. With formal legislative proposals expected in Q1 2027, this initiative represents one of the most ambitious banking regulatory reform packages in recent EU history, fundamentally reshaping how banks operate across member states.
European Union Finance
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Arthur Cox
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